El Dorado County, California Inmate Search

In El Dorado County, an inmate search enables the public to access information regarding the status and location of individuals detained in county facilities. The El Dorado County jail houses individuals awaiting trial or those convicted of misdemeanors and local ordinance violations. Inmates convicted of federal crimes and state-level felonies are listed on a specialized inmate roster maintained by federal and state correctional facilities. These rosters can be accessed through the California Incarcerated Records and Information Search (CIRIS) tool of the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) inmate locator.

In El Dorado County, the Sheriff’s Office Custody Division oversees inmate management and maintains a central roster for public custody information. Although the Placerville Police Department and South Lake Tahoe Police Departments handle arrest data and incident reports, as well as making arrests, they do not maintain independent jails or rosters; arrested individuals are usually taken to county facilities for booking and housing.

Pursuant to the California Public Records Act (CPRA), an inmate search offers basic public inmate data, including inmates’ names, arrest dates and times, booking numbers, housing locations, and filed charges.

How to Find an Inmate in El Dorado County Jail

The Sheriff’s Office oversees inmate records and the administration of El Dorado County jails, determining inmate placement based on medical needs, jail classification, or court orders. Inmate searches are conducted primarily using the Sheriff’s "Current Inmates" digital interface, which offers current information from the jail management system.

To locate an inmate within the El Dorado County detention system, individuals can also contact the Sheriff’s Office Custody Division or the specific jail where the inmate is being confined.

El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office (Administrative Headquarters)

200 Industrial Drive

Placerville, CA 95667

El Dorado County - Placerville Jail

300 Forni Road

Placerville, CA 95667

El Dorado County - South Lake Tahoe Jail

1051 AL Tahoe Boulevard

South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

How to Use the El Dorado County Jail Roster

First-time users can utilize the following steps to navigate the El Dorado County online jail/inmate roster:

• Start on the Sheriff’s Office website: Individuals should navigate to the county sheriff’s website, scroll to the Quick Links section, and select "Current Inmates" from the list.
• Once the interface loads, input a booking date range or first and last name in the top-hand search boxes, and then hit "Enter" on PC or "Return" on MAC to filter the results.
• Upon locating the correct inmate entry, click the row to expand their jail profile.
• View the results.

What Information is Included in the El Dorado County Inmate Roster

Per CPRA 7923.610, standard inmate searches in El Dorado County reveal the following information:

Full Name: The last, first, and middle name of the inmate

Booking Number: A unique identifier produced for each incarceration event

Status: Whether the inmate is in custody or not

Original Arresting Agency: The police department that executed the arrest

Original Arrest Date: The date and time when the individual was apprehended by the police

Original Arrest Location: Where the arrest occurred

Total Bail: The total amount due to secure the individual’s release from custody while their case is still in court. For serious offenses, no bail may be approved.

Charge(s): The following charge details are provided for each offense for which the inmate was apprehended.

• Count(s)
• Code
• Description
• Level
• Arresting Agency
• Arrest Date
• Arrest Location
• Bail

Under CPRA 7927.700 and other relevant laws, home addresses, phone numbers, and Social Security Numbers (SSNs) of arrestees are kept confidential. Further, records of minors are confidential under the California Welfare and Institutions Code § 827.9 and are therefore exempt from public inmate rosters. Moreover, Government Code § 7923.600, the "Investigatory Privilege," allows law enforcement to withhold specific case information when its disclosure may jeopardize witness safety or compromise an ongoing investigation.

Contact Details for El Dorado County Jail or Sheriff’s Office

Direct communication with jail staff is essential for verifying bail details, scheduling visits, and learning about other inmate services and programs. The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office offers designated lines for inquiries, allowing public access to the relevant departments and jail facilities.

El Dorado County Jail Facilities

El Dorado County Jail (Placerville)

300 Forni Road

Placerville, CA 95667

Phone: (530) 621-6000

El Dorado County Jail (South Lake Tahoe)

1051 AI Tahoe Boulevard

South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

Phone: (530) 573-3030

El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office - Records Unit

Placerville Office Records Unit

200 Industrial Drive

Placerville, CA 95667

Phone: (530) 621-5703

South Lake Tahoe Office Records Unit

1360 Johnson Boulevard

South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

Phone: (530) 573-3000

El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office (Administrative Headquarters)

200 Industrial Drive

Placerville, CA 95667

Phone: (530) 621- 5655

Jail Facility Overview in El Dorado County

The Placerville jail is the largest jail in El Dorado County, and it serves as the primary detention center that houses specialized units. The jail has a capacity of 303 beds, and an 8-bed outpatient medical unit for adult males and females within its housing unit. The facility oversees four main classifications: general population, maximum security, protective custody, and administrative segregation for disciplinary or high-risk cases. The Placerville jail provides vocational training, including a culinary program that equips inmates with job skills for post-release employment, alongside GED and Adult Basic Education courses.

’The South Lake Tahoe Jail, situated in the Tahoe Basin, allows for the processing of individuals arrested in eastern county. It has a 158-bed capacity for housing inmates charged with different offenses, ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies. The facility also operates an indoor recreation area for inmates’ outdoor exercise.

The Juvenile Treatment Center (JTC), overseen by the Probation Department rather than the Sheriff, is a correctional facility with a 40-bed capacity for housing male and female youth. This facility focuses on minors’ rehabilitation.

Facility Name	Address	Phone Number	Office Hours	Email
El Dorado County Placerville Jail	300 Forni Road Placerville, CA 95667	(530) 621-6000	No standard office hours stated, but the jail runs 24/7	No designated public email address
El Dorado County South Lake Tahoe Jail	1051 AL Tahoe Boulevard South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150	(530) 573-3030	No standard office hours stated, but the jail operates 24/7	No designated public email address
South Lake Tahoe Juvenile Treatment Center	1041 AL Tahoe Boulevard South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150	(530) 573-7980	Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The facility itself is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week	No designated public email address

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Placerville Jail

Access to funds is crucial for individuals in the El Dorado County jail system to maintain a basic lifestyle. Inmate trust accounts allow detainees to purchase hygiene products, stationery, and basic necessities from the commissary, as well as to access communication services like electronic messaging and phone calls. The Sheriff’s Office offers various secure options for depositing funds into an inmate’s account, including direct cash payments at the jail facility and online through an approved vendor.

The jails enforce strict limits on an inmate’s account and transactions. Inmates are subject to weekly spending limits to help manage funds during their stay, and any deposited money may be used to cover court-ordered fees or restitution.

Inmate Search by Jail Facility

To search for an inmate confined in the El Dorado County Placerville Jail or South Lake Tahoe Jail, one can access the Sheriff’s Office "Current Inmate" list or roster. This list shows adult detainees or inmates at the facilities.

The Juvenile Treatment Center, on the other hand, does not maintain a public online roster to protect minors’ privacy rights. To verify a minor’s custody status, a legal guardian or parent must contact the JTC with proof of their relationship to the child whose information they are requesting.

Inmates in the Electronic Monitoring (Home Detention) or Work Release Program may not be listed in custody records, as they are not housed in jail. Instead, these individuals are supervised by the Sheriff’s Office or Probation Department. Inquiries should be directed to these agencies.

Category	Public Inmate Search Option	Where to Find Information
Adult Detention	Yes	El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office "Current Inmates" portal
Home Detention	No	Contact the Sheriff’s Office or the Probation Department
Juvenile Treatment Center	No	Call (530) 573-7980
State Inmates (Transfer)	Yes	CDCR Inmate Locator

El Dorado County Visitation Rules and Schedules

The rules and conduct for visiting El Dorado County inmates are outlined on the Sheriff’s website. They include

• Only one adult visitor is permitted per session. Minors must be escorted by a parent/legal guardian, who must show documentation (valid ID or birth certificate) confirming their relationship to the child or the inmate.
• Individuals with a history of imprisonment in a California state prison are typically prohibited from visiting unless possessing prior written permission from the jail commander or a supervising parole officer.
• All adult visitors must show a valid government-issued photo ID, like a U.S. passport or driver’s license, at check-in.
• Inappropriate sexual conduct or disruptive behavior, such as cursing or yelling, may result in immediate visit termination and possible long-term bans on visiting privileges.
• All head coverings, including scarves, bandanas, and hats, must be removed before entering the visiting area.
• Attire must ensure adequate coverage; sheer fabrics, miniskirts, spaghetti straps, short shorts, and clothing that reveals undergarments are not permitted.

Jail Visitation Schedules

Inmates at the Placerville facility are limited to one 30-minute visit per day and three visits per week (at 30 minutes each). The county also provides Remote Video Visitation through an authorized third-party platform for individuals unable to visit the jail in person. These sessions, which last 30 minutes and cost 20 cents per minute, can be conducted from home using a smartphone or computer.

Visitation Schedules	Placerville Jail	South Lake Tahoe Jail
Morning Session	Monday to Sunday 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.	Monday to Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Afternoon Session	Monday to Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.	Monday to Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Evening Session	Monday to Thursday 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.	Tuesday to Thursday 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Note: No visitors are allowed during holidays.

Mailing and Commissary Information

The mail processing system at the jail is regulated to inhibit the introduction of prohibited items. Where mailing standards are not met, items are usually returned to the sender.

Mailing Format

All mail sent to the correctional facility must contain a return address and be accurately formatted to guarantee it is delivered to the appropriate housing unit. The proper mail format is

[Inmate Name] [Booking Number]

El Dorado County, County Jail

P.O. Box 591

Longview, Texas 75606

Booking numbers can be obtained from the Sheriff’s "Current Inmates" list. Prohibited material and items include

• Blank envelopes, postage stamps, and personal checks
• Contraband items, including any material depicting weapons or drugs
• Polaroid photographs
• Aesthetic materials, including electronic greeting cards, scented paper, stickers, and glitter

Books and magazines should be sent directly from the publisher to the jail facility’s address where the inmate is housed. Care packages must be dispatched via approved third-party vendors.